In all things; Balance

Balance is a hard thing to achieve when we are used to thinking about things in extremes. Good behavior-bad behavior, good person- bad person. When we apply these extreme and harsh thoughts to actions, feelings, behaviors it is very easy to demonize yourself or others. Turns out this is childlike thinking. When we are children we cannot process complex thoughts so our brains breaks things down into simple categories, like good and bad. However, it is time to update our brains and remind ourselves that as adults we can process complex thought, that nothing is all good or all bad. Finding the balance can be tricky when we are used to thinking in extremes but it is worth it so that we can remind ourselves that we are inherently good, even if we make a bad choice. We do not have to be perfect to be good people, that is just an example of extreme thinking that does not serve our mental health. If you need help processing this idea, or if you find that you tend to judge yourself harshly maybe it is time to get some help learning a new, more balanced way of thinking. Make your appointment today.